We offer free case evaluations, during which an attorney will carefully
listen to the facts of your case and determine whether you have a legal
claim. In addition, we take all of our personal injury cases on a contingency
fee basis, which means that you will not owe us anything for our legal
representation unless we obtain a settlement or award on your behalf.
Best of all, our attorneys' fees will come directly out of the compensation
you obtain, which means you’ll never have to pay for legal representation
out of your own pocket.

We Are Ready to Face Off Against Any Opponent

We have a great depth of litigation experience and have established our
reputation in trials against large insurance companies, governmental agencies,
state prosecutors, and local, national, and multinational corporations.
Our attorneys have defeated or forced settlements from Massey Ferguson,
Interkal Bleachers, Giant Food, PEPCO, the State of Maryland, Whirlpool,
SMECO, the Social Security Administration, and every major insurance company
in the Baltimore-Washington region.

Partners
Michael J. Schreyer,
Andrew D. Alpert, and
Shawn Poe bring decades of trial and litigation experience to the firm. Mr. Schreyer
and Mr. Alpert carry the highest possible rating from Martindale-Hubbell®
(AV®), have been rated Superb by Avvo, and have been named to Maryland
Super Lawyers®. In addition, Mr. Schreyer has also served as Chairman
of the Maryland State Bar Association Negligence, Insurance & Worker’s
Compensation Council, Instructor for the Maryland Institute for Continuing
Professional Legal Education of Lawyers, Maryland Worker’s Compensation
Education Association, and the Board of Governors of the Maryland State
Bar Association. He has also been selected for membership in the Million
Dollar Advocates Forum and serves on the National Advisory Board of the
Association of Plaintiff Interstate Trucking Lawyers of America (APITLA).

Recently, Mr. Schreyer appeared on the
Business Leader Spotlight Show to discuss how the attorneys at Alpert Schreyer Poe dedicate their practice
to representing the injured against bullies, such as insurance firms and
large companies, whose negligence led to personal injury.

Our firm has five handicap-accessible offices to better serve clients in
Charles, Prince George’s, Montgomery, Frederick, and St. Mary’s
Counties. In addition, we make every effort to assist severely injured
or bereaved clients by meeting them in their homes when needed. Because
we have attorneys admitted to both the D.C. and Maryland bars, our legal
services extend beyond the beltway into Washington, D.C.

Why You Need a Skilled Personal Injury Attorney

Many accident victims are surprised to learn that most personal injury
cases never make it to court. In most instances, liability is so clear
that litigating the case would be a waste of resources, leaving the only
issue in dispute the issue of damages. When this occurs, the insurance
company typically tries to settle the case out of court, which means paying
the victim a certain amount of money in return for the victim releasing
the at-fault party from any further liability.

If the insurance company has made a settlement offer or has assured you
that one is forthcoming, it may be tempting for you to consider proceeding
without an attorney. It is common knowledge that lawyers can charge high
hourly fees, and you may feel like you could save money by handling the
case yourself. As an accident victim, keep in mind that the insurance
company that you are dealing with is actively trying to do everything
it can to pay you as little as possible.

Some of the tactics they use to minimize their payouts include the following:

Telling victims that they need to provide a recorded statement about their
accident in order to process their claim. In reality, victims are not
required to give a statement, and the insurance company is simply looking
for ways to argue that the victim was somehow at fault for his or her accident.

Taking an unreasonable amount of time to make a make an offer. They do
this fully aware of the fact that victims’ medical bills are piling
up and are likely missing out on lost income because they are unable to
work. With these kinds of financial pressures, victims are typically much
more likely to accept a settlement offer lower than their case is actually worth.

Requesting overbroad medical authorizations in an effort to find anything
in victims’ medical histories that would justify classifying an
injury as a pre-existing condition. For example, if you are claiming back
pain after a serious car accident, the insurance company will look for
anything in your medical history that has to do with a back injury that
could justify reducing your settlement offer.

Fortunately, you don’t have to face the insurance company on your
own. When you retain an attorney at Alpert Schreyer Poe, he or she will
handle all communications with the insurance company on your behalf, ensuring
that you do not say or do anything that will hurt your claim. In addition,
if the insurance company refuses to make a reasonable settlement offer,
your lawyer may file a lawsuit and take your case to court to make sure
you get the compensation you deserve.

At Alpert Schreyer Poe, we are aggressive negotiators and well-versed in
insurance company tactics. We know how to get insurance companies to pay
out and will not hesitate to take a case to trial if it becomes necessary.
With over 30 years of experience representing the rights of victims, we
have the skill and acumen required to bring your case to the best resolution
possible, whether that means negotiating a settlement offer with the insurance
company or taking your case to trial.

How Much Is Your Case Worth?

Many victims are justifiably curious about how much they will recover for
their injuries and other losses. Many factors will influence the amount
of your settlement or award, including:

Your age and your occupation

Whether you were partially at fault for your accident

The at-fault party’s insurance policy or ability to pay

The relative strength of your case

The severity and extent of your injuries

Any settlement you accept needs to not only compensate you for your current
losses, but also the losses you expect to experience in the future. Once
you have accepted a settlement, it is nearly impossible to obtain additional
compensation for your accident. For this reason, retain an experienced
attorney who knows how to calculate future losses and present evidence
of them to the insurance company—and if necessary, a jury.

At Alpert Schreyer Poe, we are committed to helping our clients get all
of the compensation they deserve. When appropriate, we work with medical
and financial experts that can develop empirically-based evidence of future
losses and use that evidence to ensure that our all of our clients’
losses are covered—including those that have yet to be realized.

Call Alpert Schreyer Poe Today

If you have suffered an injury in an accident that you believe was caused
by the negligence of another person, you should contact an experienced
attorney as soon as you can. You may be entitled to compensation for your
accident-related losses, including your medical expenses, property damage,
lost quality of life, lost income, and physical and emotional pain and
suffering.

Our Maryland personal injury attorneys are dedicated to advocating for
the rights of victims and have recovered millions of dollars in compensation
on behalf of our clients. Call
(301) 812-4777 today.

Our Testimonials

We've Helped Thousands of Clients Recover

He got the results I needed.

“After my case was confused beyond belief by another lawyer, Mike Schreyer put it back together.”

- Former Client

He remained dedicated and professional throughout my process.

“Additionally, the lines of communication were always open – he was never ‘too’ busy to speak to.”

- B.T.

I thank you for your professional assistance.

“I was impressed with the excellent level of service rendered by Andrew D. Alpert, who assisted me in my legal matters.”

- R.E.

You saved my life from potentially devastating consequences.

“I am every grateful for your professionalism, depth of knowledge, attention to detail and genuine concern to see that my trial concluded successfully.”

- K.K.

Thank you!

“Thank you for your exceptional attention to detail, counsel and support.”

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